Managing the demand for our kennels is a constant challenge. A number of our dogs have been surrendered by families that have found themselves in difficult situations.  Some of our dogs we rescued from other centres when they were to be euthanized. Once a dog reaches a certain age, it becomes very difficult to find someone willing to give them a home. In many instances, these animals have health conditions and its almost impossible to find someone willing to take on the extra burden.  At Dassenberg Rescue Centre we are pro-life and try to offer all dogs a second chance.  Unfortunately, our kennels can no longer cope with the demand for more dogs and we are so sad when we have to turn these desperate souls away.  Please click on the photo above to read one story of 3 dogs that came to us.
Grenville Liepner
Manager – Dog Squad

We have been making a concerted effort to find homes for some of our horses, unfortunately, no sooner have we found a home for one, then another is in need rescuing.

We have been very lucky to have a great new team of volunteers join us since lockdown.  We are working hard to rehabilitate those in need and to try to train up those that show promise as riding horses.  We find that horses that are well-trained stand a far greater chance of finding a new home.

An appeal from Hugo ‘With temperatures rising we face our annual fly and tick challenges. Donations towards deworming for our horse friends would be greatly appreciated. Volunteers for tick medication administration, please watch Whatsapp notices regarding tick treatment events.’

Hugo Tickner
Manager – Horse Squad

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